© CGB
© CGB
40 Réis - José I
| Copper | 28.68 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Angola |
|---|---|
| King | José I (1750-1777) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1753-1757 |
| Value | 40 Réis |
| Currency | Real (18th century-1914) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 28.68 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#53250 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
An armillary sphere, without mintmark.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PECVNIA·TOTVM·CIRCUMIT·ORBEM
Translation: Money circulates around the world
Edge
Plain
Comment
Also circulated in the colonies of Brazil and Guinea.+ 1753 - Bentes 226.01 - The flowers of date are rosaceas of six petals (appears with 47 or 49 pearls).
+ 1757 - Bentes 226.02 - Crown without pedicles (appears with 49 or 50 pearls).
+ 1757 - Bentes 226.03 - Crown with pedicles (appears with 49 or 50 pearls).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 40 Réis - José I 1753-1757 from Angola made of Copper weighing 28.68 g is that it was issued during the reign of King José I of Portugal, who ruled from 1750 to 1777. This coin was part of a series of coins issued during his reign to help standardize currency across the Portuguese Empire, which included Angola at the time. The coin's design features the king's portrait on one side and the coat of arms of Portugal on the other, symbolizing the unity and power of the Portuguese Empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1753 | 22015 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 40 Réis - José I 1753-1757 coin.
